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  • The Roots of an Austin Icon  By : Ki Gray
    It was the arrival of the railroad to Austin in 1871 that brought the heart of this booming town right to Sixth Street. Soon Victorian limestone buildings proliferated down the tree-lined street.
  • Celebrating International Women's Day  By : wayne kiltz
    This article discusses what International Women's Day means, particularly to women in Africa. Learn about the history and traditions of this holiday celebrated on March 8th.
  • Love and The Valentine's Day  By : Joy Kapur
    What is love? How can we define it? There are no secrets or ready-made recipes for love. As Aldous Huxley put it: There is not any formula or method. You learn to love by loving.
  • Love and The Valentine's Day  By : Joy Kapur
    What is love? How can we define it? There are no secrets or ready-made recipes for love. As Aldous Huxley put it: There is not any formula or method. You learn to love by loving.
  • Helping The Less Fortunate Help Themselves  By : Shawn Wilson
    A look at the the new alternative to charity, social business. How and why it works so well.
  • Dream Analysis Is A Field That Dates Back Thousands Of Years Discover How  By : Henry Diaz
    Dream analysis dates to the ancient world. In Egypt dreams were messages from the gods, interpreted by priests. The Greeks had a similar practice. There were temples where priests would try to heal people based on health dreams sent by the gods. That was really not so different from modern psychoanalysts who try to help people determine their mental state as revealed in their dreams.
  • Birthstone Jewelry from Dazzling Garnet to Sky-Blue Topaz  By : Ann Knapp
    The conception of birthstones can be traced back to the first century. It was believed that gemstones possessed virtues or cures. By assigning a specific gemstone to each month of the year, the power of that stone was released to those born in that month. In the early 1900s, the American National Association of Jewelers instituted a list of 12 gems that represented each month of the year:
  • A Brief History Of Highway Design And Construction  By : Dominic Donaldson
    An article about how different civilizations at different times in the past have contributed to the advancement of road building.
  • How Christmas is Celebrated in Africa  By : wayne kiltz
    How can you bring a little African culture into your Christmas celebration? We'll tell you how, and you'll also learn the amazing different ways Christmas is celebrated throughout Africa.
  • How Christmas is Celebrated in Africa  By : wayne kiltz
    How can you bring a little African culture into your Christmas celebration? We'll tell you how, and you'll also learn the amazing different ways Christmas is celebrated throughout Africa.
  • Old Finds On Fire In The News  By : Aydan Corkern
    Archaeologists and scientists are unearthing more artifacts of our history in excavations.
  • One Person's Opinion On Fire Damage  By : Evie Parrish
    Fire damage is one of the most unpleasant things you could experience and the very thought of it flashes a lot of uncomfortable pictures. The condition is even worse for those who had a firsthand experience in dealing with fire damage and in this case the fire accident keeps haunting you and many nights you would wake up jolted by the nightmare.
  • Not Hose Reels, Scots Reels!: Dances of the Scots Countryside  By : Jon Butt
    We're all familiar with reels as tools, whether we're talking about fishing reels, hose reels for fire fighting, or demo reels in the world of filmmaking or video art. But one use of the word "reel" that many of us have forgotten about is the tradition of the reel in dancing--one of the four basic dances of the mysterious highlands of Scotland.
  • Caring For The Planet And Environment  By : Victor Epand
    Individuals need to realize the damages they are causing to the planet and our environment so they will once again start caring for the world we live in.
  • The Mystery of Edward Leedskalnin  By : Michael Kohler
    Who was Ed Leedskalnin? Why did he really come to south Florida? Where did he learn how to carve, move, and balance megalithic coral blocks? He built the Coral Castle in Homestead, Florida, but now learn why he came to Florida and where his megalithic coral cutting and moving skills began.
  • Fire Extinguisher Signs And The Age Of The Symbol  By : Jon Butt
    Symbols: from fire extinguisher signs to airline diagrams, they're becoming a more and more common sight in our world. Some people consider the proliferation of the symbol to be a sign of declining literacy rates worldwide, and with them the decline of civilization in general. But the rise of the symbol is by no means bad--and by no means new.
  • Who Was the Real Marcus Aurelius?  By : Maxine Clarke
    Archaeological excavations in southern Turkey recently brought to the surface a magnificent marble statue depicting Emperor Marcus Aurelius. Renowned as a popular leader of the empire during the second century, the discovery has prompted many to question: who exactly was Marcus Aurelius?
  • The Truth About American Colonists  By : Max Walker
    The English colonists in North America were neither adventurers nor the rulers of great and ancient peoples. Unlike various colonizers down the ages, they had no need to impress the native people, nor did they have a strong local tradition to fit into.
  • Help Namibia's 'Enviro Kidz' Programme  By : Gary Terrazas
    Namibia Wildlife Resorts has recently begun a new initiative - the 'Enviro Kidz' programme which aims to bring groups of children from previously disadvantaged families to visit the wonders of Namibia's protected areas.
  • Acting School NJ Guide to How to Get Broadway Theater at Great Prices!  By : Stuart Brown
    So, if you are going to New York, then one of the things you must do is to visit a Broadway show. And the great news is that you will have a lot of choice. There are 39 theaters on Broadway that have over 500 seats, and so you will never be caught short with nowhere to go, as on any given night, there are over 20,000 seats up for grabs. Acting School NJ shows how to grab some of them at great prices.
  • The Significance of the Celtic Cross  By : Warren Wong
    There are many places in the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland where you will see large numbers of Celtic crosses. Many people confuse the Celtic cross with the High Cross and the Irish Memorial Cross, but it is completely different.
  • Understanding the Practice of Name Translations  By : Warren Wong
    Name translations refer to the practice of choosing a name in your own language and then having it translated into another language. This is something that can be done through the use of a professional who has training in translating different languages into English or into whatever language you want. There are a number of ways in which you can have a name translated into your language.
  • Kings Of Calamity: English Heritage Search For Britain's Worst Ever Monarch  By : Samantha Gilmartin
    In the run up to this year's Festival of History, English Heritage have composed a shortlist for the public to vote for who they think takes the crown as Britain's worst monarch.
  • An Inside Look at Five of Austin's Top Museums  By : Ki Gray
    Austin, Texas, offers a wide range of activities and options for residents and visitors alike, including several top-tier cultural experiences. Here, we take a closer look at five of Austin's top museums and cultural centers.
  • Profiles in Historical Places in East Austin : French Legation Museum  By : Ki Gray
    East Austin is often overlooked when people look for tourist attractions. This article talks about one of the attractions in east Austin called French Legation Museum.
  • Caring For A New Tattoo  By : Mike Schantz
    Article reports on the most important things you can do to keep your tattoo looking good forever.
  • Information To Known Before You Get A Tattoo!  By : Mike Schantz
    If you have one tattoo or ten, this article has information for you!
  • Detroit Soup Kitchen Feeds the Body and Soul  By : Ann Knapp
    Like every other community in the United States, Detroit experienced devastating poverty during the Great Depression of 1929. It was during this time that the city's poor came knocking at the St. Bonaventure Monastery on Mt. Elliot Street, home of the Capuchin Order.
  • Actors: Being the Emotional Physician  By : Jimmy Cox
    Hamlet said: "... we end the heartache, and the thousand natural shocks that flesh is heir to ..."

    It has always been the function of the actor to be the emotional physician, who gives solace, encouragement and freedom of feeling to people who need it - when they need it.
  • Arsenic Poisoning Drinking Water  By : Derek Both
    Researchers believe that about 140 million people, mainly in developing countries are being poisoned by arsenic in their drinking water.
  • Kenyan Mother With HIV Saves Lives  By : Paul Counts
    With Compassion International's help, a mother who is HIV-positive realizes her purpose in life and shares her experiences to influence others.
  • Who Am I?  By : Jaci Rae
    Childhood poetry from Jaci Rae
  • Setting Psychic Boundaries part 2  By : Katheryn Hoban
    Setting Psychic Boundaries
  • Antique Farms: a Great Family Heritage to Discover -Part I  By : Aliza Adar Levine
    Antique Farms provide a fascinating time tunnel of what once was. There's nothing like actually experiencing Living History to make it come alive.
  • Acts of Kindness Benefit Everyone  By : Paul M. Jerard Jr.
    Do you really want to be happy? Everyone says yes, but the gateway to happiness makes some of us frown. The gateway to happiness, is giving to others.
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